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CV54 ODU

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

103,119 mi
Last recorded103,119 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV54 ODU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 103,119 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 101,701 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 100,196 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 97,161 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 94,120 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 94,120 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 89,018 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 85,162 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 80,281 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 76,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 76,710 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 74,172 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 69,362 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 69,351 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 65,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 65,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 58,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

pad warning light on

Pass 30 Jul 2013 53,396 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 48,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 Nov 2010 42,082 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 36,698 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 36,673 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 29,967 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 23,956 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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CV54 ODU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV54 ODU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV54 ODU registered?

CV54 ODU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 December 2004.

Is CV54 ODU safe to buy?

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